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Over $814,000 in scholarships and awards to encourage excellence at Polytechnique

April 7, 2011 - Source : NEWS
More than 350 people attended the 2011 Soutien à l'excellence (supporting excellence) ceremony on March 30. A total of over $814,000 was shared by 314 students from all levels. This annual event provides not only a unique opportunity to reward student excellence, but also to acknowledge Polytechnique Montréal's partners for their generosity and commitment to supporting the next generation.

These contributions from companies, foundations and organizations provide important encouragement for recipients. Aside from the financial support, they are recognized for the effort, perseverance and determination that will make their future possibilities so promising.



Speaking at the opening of the evening, Polytechnique Chief Executive Officer Christophe Guy congratulated the winners and said: "By demanding the best of yourselves and making every effort to successfully complete your engineering studies, you show us the real meaning of ambition and perseverance."



Some winners of the 20 entrance scholarships Desjardins.

To see all the photos of the evening, click here.

Congratulations to all the winners!

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